I find it hard to believe my raw water thermostats are going bad every few years. Is there a way to clean them. I run the boat in freshwater. I would think the marine thermostats would be corrosion proof....but who knows. Any tips, ideas? Do you soak them through the winter...etc??
Thermostat cleaning???
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Thermostat cleaning???
1985 29 Sedan
Edelbrock 1409 carbs
Mallory distributors
Pertronix Flame-Thrower coil & wires
780 hrs/eng
TN River, MM 213.8
Edelbrock 1409 carbs
Mallory distributors
Pertronix Flame-Thrower coil & wires
780 hrs/eng
TN River, MM 213.8
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Re: Thermostat cleaning???
I know this might sound wacky, but put the stat (or stats) in a plastic cup and fill it with vinegar (white or malt, doesn't matter) Let them sit for a couple days, then clean them with an old toothbrush. The vinegar has just enough acidity to clean the rust & crud off, but mild enough that it wont eat the metal.
Jim Elias
1974 37' SedanFlybridge
Twin 360 Chryslers.
Marblehead, Ohio
1974 37' SedanFlybridge
Twin 360 Chryslers.
Marblehead, Ohio
Re: Thermostat cleaning???
Nothing whacky about that!
Jeff
Jeff
"We live at the bottom of an ocean of air, not at the top." General Marvage Slatington